Flucess 150mg Tablet
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Manufactured By Novartis India Ltd
Composition Fluconazole (150mg)
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It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Flucess 150mg Tablet.
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A: Flucess is an antifungal drug, used for the treatment of many fungal infections like Cryptococcal meningitis (fungal infection in the brain), Coccidioidomycosis (a disease of the lungs), infections caused by Candida, found in the blood stream, body organs (e.g. heart, lungs) or urinary tract, mucosal thrush (infection affecting the lining of the mouth, throat and denture sore mouth), genital thrush – infection of the vagina or penis, skin infections like athlete's foot, ringworm, jock itch, nail infection.Flucess capsules can also be used to stop cryptococcal meningitis, mucosal thrush, vaginal thrush from coming back and to stop you from getting an infection caused by Candida (if your immune system is weak and not working properly).
Q: Can Flucess be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
A: Flucess has been reported to have a minor interaction when taken with estradiol (a component of OCPs), it can increase the level or effect of estradiol when given along with it. Talk to your doctor if you are taking birth control pills and you have been asked to take Flucess also.
Q: Can Flucess be taken with azithromycin?
A: Yes, Flucess can be safely taken with azithromycin. A combination kit with agents of the similar class is available for vaginal infections. Talk to your doctor before taking any antibiotics for your conditions.
Q: Can Flucess cause hair loss?
A: Hair loss is a rare side effect seen with the use of Flucess. Talk to your doctor if you experience hair fall while taking Flucess.
Q: Is Flucess a steroid?
A: Flucess is not a steroid. Flucess belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Is Flucess an antibiotic?
A: Flucess is an antibiotic. It is an antifungal and is used to treat infections caused by fungi.
Q: Is Flucess safe?
A: Flucess is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q: Is Flucess fungistatic or fungicidal?
A: Flucess is primarily fungistatic (inhibits the growth of fungus), however it may be fungicidal (kills fungus) against certain organisms in a dose-dependent manner, specifically Cryptococcus.
Q: Is Flucess over the counter (OTC)?
A: Flucess is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Q: Can I take Flucess with ciprofloxacin?
A: Flucess can be taken with ciprofloxacin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Flucess with metronidazole?
A: Flucess can be taken with metronidazole. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Flucess with probiotics?
A: Flucess can be taken with probiotics. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Flucess with clarithromycin?
A: Clarithromycin and Flucess both increase QT interval (abnormal heart rate). It can increase the level of clarithromycin by decreasing its breakdown, further increasing the chances of an abnormal heart rhythm. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Flucess with omeprazole?
A: Flucess can increase the level or effect of omeprazole by decreasing its breakdown (metabolism). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Flucess with citalopram?
A: Flucess can increase the level or effect of citalopram by decreasing its breakdown (metabolism). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Flucess with cetirizine?
A: Flucess can be taken with cetirizine. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Flucess with erythromycin?
A: Use of Flucess and erythromycin at the same time has the potential to increase the risk of cardiotoxicity (harmful to heart) and consequently sudden heart death. Co-administration of Flucess and erythromycin is not recommended at all.
Q: Can I take Flucess with nitrofurantoin?
A: Flucess can be taken with nitrofurantoin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Does Flucess work?
A: Flucess works if taken for the right indication for a prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q: Does Flucess treat bacterial vaginosis?
A: Flucess does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Flucess is used to treat infection of the vagina caused by Candida (a fungal infection). If you think you are suffering from bacterial vaginosis, please consult your doctor as treatment should be started after the diagnosis of your infection (whether it is fungal or bacterial).
Q: Does Flucess treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
A: Flucess is used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI) caused by Candida. UTI can be caused by bacteria also. If you are suffering from UTI, please consult your doctor as the cause of infection (fungal or bacterial or other) needs to be identified before the start of any treatment.
Q: Does Flucess make you tired?
A: Flucess can make you feel tired. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking Flucess as it could be a sign of underlying liver problem. Flucess can affect your liver.
Q: Does Flucess contain penicillin?
A: Flucess does not contain penicillin. Flucess belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Does Flucess have sulfa in it?
A: Flucess does not contain sulfur. Flucess belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Does Flucess treat chlamydia?
A: Flucess does not treat Chlamydia. Flucess is used for the treatment of fungal infections.
Q: Can I take Flucess for yeast infection?
A: Flucess is used to treat infections caused by fungi and can be used to help you from getting a candidal (yeast) infection. If you think you are suffering from a yeast infection, please consult your doctor as it requires a proper diagnosis before the start of any therapy.
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